The AMSI Yuille-Umbers Female Specialist Maths Scholars are a cohort of outstanding Victorian female high school students who have been awarded the inaugural AMSI Yuille-Umbers Specialist Maths High School Scholarships. This program aims to address the persistently low participation rates of female students in specialist mathematics by providing these scholars with vital resources and mentoring support. Through this initiative, AMSI seeks to empower young women to pursue advanced-level mathematics, fostering their confidence and capabilities to excel in the field and paving the way for greater gender equity in mathematics and related disciplines.

The Scholarships will provide support and mentoring to Australian female high school students completing Specialist Mathematics in Years 11 and 12, with a focus on under-represented groups.

Scholarships are for two-years, valued at $3000 per year.

Scholarship benefits and opportunities:

• Materials and resources required to study specialist maths.
• Mentorship and guidance from leading mathematics experts.
• Participate in AMSI programs and events.
• Network with female university maths students.
• Network with female maths graduates in amazing jobs.
• We will cover virtual schooling if the candidate’s registered school does not offer specialist mathematics.

Key Scholarship Selection Criteria:

• Female students who complete year 10 in 2025, who;
• Intend to study specialist maths in year 11 in 2026 and year 12 in 2027.
• Are studying at an eligible registered Australian high school
  (school ICSEA percentile ≤ 50 refer to myschool website)
• Is experiencing and can evidence disadvantage.
• Can provide evidence of strong performance in mathematics.
• Demonstrates a passion for and achievement in mathematics.

Read the scholarship eligibility guidelines here.

You can donate to the Yuille-Umbers Female High School Scholarships through the AMSI Foundation donation portal. All donations of $2 or more to the AMSI Foundation Yuille Umbers Scholarships are tax-deductible. This means that when you contribute to this scholarship fund, you can claim a tax deduction for your donation on your income tax return.

On the AMSI Foundation donation form, please choose the “Yuille-Umbers Scholarships” as the activity to support.

Your donation is greatly appreciated. Donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible.